Nikon D5 vs Canon R5

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Nikon D5 vs Canon R5

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35mm 858.0mm²
20.8 megapixels
ISO 100 - 102,400

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35mm 864.0mm²
45.0 megapixels
ISO 100 - 51,200

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Succeeded by the Nikon D6
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Differences

Nikon D5 advantages over Canon R5

Bigger pixels
~ 6.45 vs 4.39 microns
Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
Longer stills battery life
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Longer stills battery life

Cameras with longer battery life can take more photos before exhausting their batteries.

Special note: The measurement standard for battery life stipulates that if a camera has an internal flash, it must be used for 50% of photos taken. For this reason, comparisons of one camera with an internal flash to another without will not be comparable

3780 vs 320 shots
Capture more photos
Higher extended ISO
3276800 vs 102400 ISO
Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Canon R5 advantages over Nikon D5

Focus peaking
Peaker vs Non-peaker
Your camera will highlight what's in focus
Tilt-swivel screen
Tilt-swivel vs none
Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
In-Camera Image Stabilization
Yes vs No
Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
Built-in Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi vs None
Share your photos wirelessly
Built-in Bluetooth
Yes vs No
Always-on wireless connectivity
On-sensor phase detect
Yes vs No
Usually improves live view and video AF performance
Newer
4 years vs 9 years old
Newer cameras often support more advanced features
Lighter weight
738g vs 1415g
Lighter weight
More pixels
45.0 vs 20.8 megapixels
Higher resolution photos
Slow-motion videos
Yes vs No
Shoot slow-motion videos

Similarities

Common Strengths

Eye-level viewfinder
Both provide
You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
Shoot 4K video
Both provide
Make sure you have a fast computer
Touchscreen
Both provide
Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
Top deck display
Both provide
Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
External Mic Jack
Both provide
Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
HDMI out
Both provide
Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
Hot shoe
Both provide
Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
Dual card slots
Both provide
Gives you more storage flexibility
Headphone jack
Both provide
Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
Bulb shutter
Both provide
Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

In-camera panoramas
Neither provide
Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
NFC
Neither provide
Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
Built-in GPS
Neither provide
Geotag your photos
Internal flash
Neither provide
Useful in a pinch for fill flash

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Review Excerpt

Excellent image quality; Excellent high ISO performance; Fast 153-point autofocus system; Fast continuous shooting speeds; 4K video recording; Pro-quality camera body; Outstanding battery life.
Large and heavy body might not be right for all; Loud shutter; Underutilized touchscreen; Low ISO dynamic range not as good as predecessor; Extended high ISOs not very useful; Sluggish Live View AF.
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The Competition

Compared to Canon EOS-1D C

Nikon D5

Canon EOS-1D C

$4911
35mm

Touchscreen
More cross-type AF points

$6989
35mm

Compare Nikon D5 vs Canon EOS-1D C

Canon R5

Canon EOS-1D C

$3349
35mm

Focus peaking
Tilt-swivel screen

$6989
35mm

Bigger pixels
Higher extended ISO

Compare Canon R5 vs Canon EOS-1D C

Compared to Nikon D4S

Nikon D5

Nikon D4S

$4911
35mm

Less expensive
Shoot 4K video

$5399
35mm

Fast startup
Higher effective ISO

Compare Nikon D5 vs Nikon D4S

Canon R5

Nikon D4S

$3349
35mm

Less expensive
Tilt-swivel screen

$5399
35mm

Bigger pixels
Longer stills battery life

Compare Canon R5 vs Nikon D4S

Compared to Canon 1DX Mark II

Nikon D5

Canon 1DX Mark II

$4911
35mm

Fast startup
Longer stills battery life

$2999
35mm

Higher effective ISO
Built-in GPS

Compare Nikon D5 vs Canon 1DX Mark II

Canon R5

Canon 1DX Mark II

$3349
35mm

Focus peaking
Tilt-swivel screen

$2999
35mm

Less expensive
Bigger pixels

Compare Canon R5 vs Canon 1DX Mark II

Compared to Nikon Z7 II

Nikon D5

Nikon Z7 II

$4911
35mm

Bigger pixels
Has anti-aliasing filter

$2497
35mm

Focus peaking
Less expensive

Compare Nikon D5 vs Nikon Z7 II

Canon R5

Nikon Z7 II

$3349
35mm

Tilt-swivel screen
More telephoto lens reach

$2497
35mm

Less expensive
Lacks anti-aliasing filter

Compare Canon R5 vs Nikon Z7 II

Compared to Sony A1

Nikon D5

Sony A1

$4911
35mm

Lens selection
Less expensive

$6498
35mm

Focus peaking
In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Nikon D5 vs Sony A1

Canon R5

Sony A1

$3349
35mm

Less expensive
Tilt-swivel screen

$6498
35mm

Slower slow-motion
NFC

Compare Canon R5 vs Sony A1

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